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1 When the Lord brought the prisoners back to Jerusalem, it seemed as if we were dreaming.
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When the Lord restored the fortunes of Zion, we were like those who dream.
2 Then we were filled with laughter, and we sang happy songs. Then the other nations said, "The Lord has done great things for them."
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Then our mouth was filled with laughter, and our tongue with shouts of joy; then they said among the nations, “The Lord has done great things for them. ”
3 The Lord has done great things for us, and we are very glad.
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The Lord has done great things for us; we are glad.
4 Lord, return our prisoners again, as you bring streams to the desert.
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Restore our fortunes, O Lord, like streams in the Negeb!
5 Those who cry as they plant crops will sing at harvest time.
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Those who sow in tears shall reap with shouts of joy!
6 Those who cry as they carry out the seeds will return singing and carrying bundles of grain. A song for going up to worship. Of Solomon.
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He who goes out weeping, bearing the seed for sowing, shall come home with shouts of joy, bringing his sheaves with him.